Sokoto Ruckus: VIEW, Hamdiyya Sidi Goofed

By Lewis Chukwuma Last week, a coalition of gender advocates, Voices for Inclusion and Equity (VIEW), like a mild hurricane, made a sudden landfall in Sokoto State cashing in on a well rehearesed script of the 18-year-old Hamdiyya Sidi, the alleged victim, who is the central character cast. In Nigeria it’s easy to be hoodwinked […]

Tax Justice Network, KADIRS Collaborate to Educate Taxpayers Through Radio Programs

Kaduna, Nigeria – November 11, 2024: The Tax Justice Network (TJN), with support from Christian Aid, facilitated a one-day planning meeting with the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS) to strategize on educating taxpayers about ongoing reforms and improvements in the state’s revenue system. The meeting aimed to enhance public understanding of taxation and sustain […]

Appeal Court Sacks MC Oluomo As NURTW National President

The emergence of Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo, as the National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) has been invalidated by the Court of Appeal. The ruling of the Appeal Court also affirmed Tajudeen Baruwa as the re-elected NURTW president. Recalls the Southwest Zone of the NURTW had last […]

Kaduna Stakeholders Rally for Transparency and Accountability in Human Capital Development Financing Through Citizen-Led Audits

The recent 3-day workshop held in Zaria, Kaduna State, has marked a critical juncture in promoting transparency in human capital development financing through citizen participation in the auditing process. This initiative aligns with Kaduna State’s broader agenda to build a culture of openness, accountability, and effective governance. Key participants included government officials from various ministries, […]

Governor Mutfwang Addresses False Alarm of Explosives Near Jos Market

Jos, Plateau State – Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has dispelled public concerns over a recent false alarm about an alleged explosive device at the old Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH) site near the busy Terminus Market in Jos North Local Government Area. In an official statement released on Monday, the governor clarified […]

Don’t recognize Abayomi Sanyaolu as our chairman, Action Alliance tells OGSIEC

The Action Alliance (AA) has issued a stern warning to the Ogun State Independent Electoral Commission (OGSIEC) to immediately cease recognizing Mr. Abayomi Sanyaolu as the party chairman in Ogun State. According to AA, any dealings with Mr. Sanyaolu in this capacity are legally invalid and contrary to the party’s constitution. The notification was communicated […]

COP 29 SHOULD BE TIME FOR THE VULNERABLE COUNTRIES TO HAVE A VOICE AND A SAY

COP29 has the opportunity to raise ambition, scale up plans for bold transformational action, and work towards a more resilient future, unlocking up to $26 trillion in economic benefits by 2030. The Conference of Parties, to be held in Azerbaijan, should address longstanding questions about whether these well-intentioned efforts have met their objectives, particularly in […]